By Zoila Palma: The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes on June 24 has risen to 3,811, according to updated figures released Wednesday by National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez.
Authorities also reported that 16,740 people were injured, while 17,907 have been left homeless as recovery efforts continue.
Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said that Venezuela has resources blocked around the world that could help for reconstruction.
“Venezuela has resources blocked around the world that could address this process of reconstruction,” the president said.
Rodriguez says that she has written to King Charles requesting the release of Venezuelan gold held at the Bank of England.
The 31 tons of Venezuelan gold is held at the Bank of England since it has been the subject of a long-running legal battle in British courts.
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By Zoila Palma: The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes on June 24 has risen to 3,811, according to updated figures released Wednesday by National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez. Authorities also reported that 16,740 people were injured, while 17,907 have been left homeless as recovery efforts continue. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said that Venezuela has
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